Lando Calrissian Solves a Major Rise of Skywalker Mystery

This post contains a preview for Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker Adaptation #5

The countdown has begun for Marvel’s final issue of Rise of Skywalker adaptation, and it promises to fill a crucial gap that fans have long debated. Picture the climactic Battle of Exegol. Just when it seems all hope is lost, enter Lando Calrissian, arriving with an impressive fleet of 14,000 starships to confront Emperor Palpatine. But how did Lando rally so many ships? Until now, that pivotal moment remained unanswered.

The current adaptation has done wonders, expanding key moments and providing depth to the characters in Episode IX that were overlooked in the theatrical release. Notably, Lando’s character arc is finally receiving the focus it deserves, especially in this latest installment of the Rise of Skywalker adaptation.

Lando Finally Gets His Missing Rise of Skywalker Moment

Rallying The Entire Galaxy To Exegol

In the new preview pages, we hear Lando Calrissian’s heartfelt transmission, broadcast throughout the galaxy as he seeks assistance for the Resistance in their darkest hour against Emperor Palpatine and his formidable Final Order. He honors the late General Leia Organa, urging the galaxy to fight not just for her, but for themselves.

Though Lando’s stirring words resonate, it is a speech that feels sorely lacking in the original film. The dramatic entrance of Lando and his fleet at the film’s climax raises questions but also hopes. What if this moment had been set up throughout the film? Once forgotten, it is now pivotal, confirming the depths of Lando’s leadership during the struggle against tyranny, reminiscent of his inspiring actions in Return of the Jedi.

Is This Enough To Convince Star Wars Fans?

This Would Have Been Even Better A Few Years Ago…

While the new Rise of Skywalker adaptation enriches the narrative with vital character development and previously missing dialogue, the question remains—why were these enhancements not included at release? With the graphic novel appearing six years post-film, it feels too little, too late for many fans who have since solidified their opinions on the titular film.

Star Wars: Rise of Skywalker #5 is on sale June 11th from Marvel Comics.